Purchasing Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a results-driven Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations in our flooring manufacturing plant. This role is responsible for sourcing raw materials, components, equipment, and services while ensuring cost-efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery. The Purchasing Manager will lead and develop a team of buyers and procurement specialists, and collaborate closely with production, quality, logistics, and finance to support the plant’s operational and strategic goals.

Major Function and Scope

• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain.
• Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain.
• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in the factory.    
• Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production.
• Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company.
• Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes. 
• Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution.
• Assesses the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; makes recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
• Negotiates prices for raw material and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies.
• Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies and materials.  
• Acts as part of the team coordinating engineering changes, product line extension, or new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions.
• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.  
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience, and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Lead the day-to-day purchasing activities for the manufacturing plant, ensuring timely procurement of materials and supplies to support production schedules.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that reduce costs, improve quality, and support sustainability initiatives.
• Evaluate supplier performance, negotiate contracts and pricing, and manage key supplier relationships.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production planning to avoid shortages or excess.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and finance, to forecast demand and resolve supply chain issues.
• Develop KPIs and regular reporting to track department performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage and mentor a team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Identify new sourcing opportunities and alternative materials to improve lead time, quality, or cost.
• Participate in budgeting and cost-control activities related to materials and supplies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.